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Browse posts written by Graham James

Graham James 12/04/2024

Key elements to drive solution design

You've got the key people in the room. You know the insights that will make a difference to the organisation. You’ve built a data integration matrix to deliver them to th…

Graham James 12/04/2024

How to plan your data analytics strategy

Data. We know it holds power but it’s not always obvious how to use it to your advantage.  If you’re an organisation looking to develop a data analytics strategy it takes…

Graham James 12/04/2024

So you want to be data driven... but do you know what it means?

The press is awash with the importance of digitisation, we hear stories good and bad about the power and perils of data.  You've probably got lots of it yourself. You mig…

Graham James 05/12/2023

3 Real-Life Business Intelligence Success Stories

What is Business Intelligence (BI)? Business Intelligence, commonly abbreviated as BI, is a technology-driven process that involves the analysis and presentation of data …

Graham James 31/10/2023

The Horrors of data chaos: symptoms that your business is a victim

Data chaos lurks in many businesses, often operating in plain sight but in heavy disguise so as to not to be identified. Data chaos causes a nightmare of disorganised, di…

Graham James 26/06/2023

A Data Driven-Culture: the meaning, the importance, and how to create one

Data-driven decision-making is the process of using data to make informed decisions that can help businesses to achieve their goals. This approach has gained significant …

Graham James 17/05/2023

The Power of Data: Business Intelligence in Wholesale Distribution

Business intelligence (BI) is quickly becoming an essential tool for wholesale distribution businesses of all sizes. With the right BI solutions in place, these organisat…

Graham James 02/02/2023

How to create a solid data strategy in 8 key steps

Data-driven decisions are essential for successful businesses, but only if you have a strong data strategy. The benefits of a solid data strategy extend beyond just data…

Graham James 23/09/2022

Retail Business Intelligence: 3 Benefits You Can't Afford to Ignore

As a retail business owner, you know that data is essential to your success. You need to know what products are selling, how much inventory you have on hand, and who your…